How far is Altoona, IA from Ankeny, IA?
Fastest route
The route from Altoona, Iowa to Ankeny, Iowa is approximately 12.7 miles and takes about 19 minutes via I-35 N and S Ankeny Blvd.
Directions
- 🚗 Head south toward 8th St SW.
- 🔄 Turn left toward 8th St SW.
- ➡️ Turn right toward 8th St SW.
- ➡️ Turn right (signs for US-65 N/I-80/Mason City) to get on US-65 N.
- 🛣️ Take the ramp onto I-80 W and continue onto I-35 N.
- 🛣️ Take exit 90 for IA-160 W/SE Oralabor Rd toward Bondurant.
- ➡️ Follow IA-160 W/SE Oralabor Rd and S Ankeny Blvd to E 1st St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 📌 Pay attention to the signs for US-65 N/I-80/Mason City to ensure you're on the correct route.
- 🛣️ Merge onto I-35 N toward Minneapolis after taking exit 137B.
- 🚦 Keep left at the fork and merge onto I-80 W.
- 🗺️ Use IA-160 W/SE Oralabor Rd as your guide toward Bondurant.
- 🛣️ Pass by Perkins Restaurant & Bakery on the right in 0.7 mi on IA-160 W/SE Oralabor Rd.
- 🍽️ Jimmy John's will be on your left in 1.9 mi on S Ankeny Blvd.
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Altoona and Ankeny is 9.38 miles (15.09 km).
Flight distance from Altoona, IA to Ankeny, IA is 9.38 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 01 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Altoona, Iowa to Ankeny, Iowa is: 14.68 miles (23.62 km) by car.
Driving from Altoona to Ankeny will take approximately 00 hours 19 minutes.
#1 Altoona
City in Polk County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 19503 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°38'39"N 93°27'53"W |
| Latitude | 41.6441600 |
| Longitude | -93.4646600 |
| Altitude | 291 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ankeny
The most populous city in Polk County, Iowa. It is located on the Des Moines River in central Iowa. Ankeny is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Ankeny Historical Museum and the Ankeny Civic Center.
| Population | 70068 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°43'47"N 93°36'21"W |
| Latitude | 41.7297100 |
| Longitude | -93.6057700 |
| Altitude | 302 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Ankeny: Southwest 3rd Street (-93.60577,41.72962)
Estimated Travel Time Between Altoona and Ankeny
The distance between Altoona and Ankeny is 24 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 15 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Altoona and Ankeny. The current time is 08:26:24.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 29 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 22 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 17 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 14 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 12 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 11 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 10 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 1.96 liters (0.52 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Altoona and Ankeny.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Altoona to Ankeny is $1.7 (diesel $2.41).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $1.7 | $1.86 | $2.1 | $2.41 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Iowa ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.285 (Diesel $4.648) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 19, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Altoona and Ankeny (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
